"Garland, a 29-year-old winger, had reportedly drawn interest from the Capitals, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, San Jose Sharks, and Boston Bruins. Garland joins the Blue Jackets as they've surged to just one point out of the second wild card in the Eastern Conference and three points out of third place in the Metropolitan Division."
"Garland, a Scituate, Mass. native, has recorded 317 points (129g, 188a) in 535 career NHL games during eight seasons with the Canucks and Arizona Coyotes. He's averaged 20 goals, 29 assists, and 49 points per season."
"Columbus has posted a record of 14-2-1 in their past 17 games and are currently on a three-game winning streak after beating the Florida Panthers 4-2 on Thursday night."
The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired 29-year-old winger Conor Garland from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. Garland had attracted interest from multiple teams including the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, San Jose Sharks, and Boston Bruins. The acquisition strengthens Columbus, which has posted a 14-2-1 record over their last 17 games and sits just one point out of the second wild card in the Eastern Conference. Garland brings eight seasons of NHL experience with 317 career points across 535 games. He carries a six-year, $36 million contract extension with a $6 million average annual value beginning next season, with Vancouver retaining no salary.
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